Job Purpose:
The Deputy Senior Manager, Contract Management is responsible for the planning and implementation of all procurement activities related to pre-award contracts, prior to the tender process for assigned developments. This includes participation in design optimization, value engineering, and cost plan reviews. The role also manages post-contract administration, including handling monthly claims, variation orders (VOs), dispute claims, value management, and closing of final accounts. Strict compliance to ISOP in contract management implementation is a critical part of this role.
Key Responsibilities:
Design Review & Optimization
- Participate in the project development design review with Consultants and the Development Team, providing input for design optimization, value engineering, and cost plan review.
Procurement Strategy
- Collaborate closely with Contracts Management to determine procurement strategy and finalize the list of tenderers for Contractors and Consultants.
Contract Award Coordination
- Work with Contracts Management and the Tender Secretary Team to ensure the timely award of all contract works.
Contract Claims Management
- Manage all progress claims until final accounts, ensuring compliance with contract terms and timely payment. Oversee Provisional Variation Orders (PVOs), Variation Orders (VOs), and dispute claims, ensuring alignment with contract provisions.
Contractor Performance & Monitoring
- Coordinate with consultants to ensure that contract terms are executed correctly by contractors and conduct performance evaluations of contractors.
Contract Administration
- Ensure that all contract information is updated and maintained accurately, including award details, dispute resolutions, claims, insurance details, performance bonds, and due dates for retention sums, etc.
Team Supervision & Development
- Provide relevant supervision, coaching, and guidance to team members, ensuring alignment with the companys objectives and targets.
Minimum Essential Qualifications & Technical Competencies:
Formal Education:
- Bachelors Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or any equivalent discipline.
Work Experience:
- Total Work Experience: 7 to 10 years.
- Relevant Experience: At least 8 years in a managerial position, preferably within Property Development (residential landed & stratified, and mixed development).
Skills & Knowledge:
- Analytical thinking and results-oriented mindset.
- Excellent planning and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple stakeholders effectively.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
